Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

Overview

The largest airport in Indiana, Indianapolis International Airport feels much smaller than it actually is. The single terminal has two main concourses that are easy to navigate, with digital visitor information kiosks located near each main escalator. The airport is efficient, and the staff offer typical friendly Midwestern hospitality.

Located just seven miles (11km) from central Indianapolis, the airport is connected with major highways that allow an easy 15-minute drive into the downtown area. Taxis and buses are readily available.

Flights to Indianapolis International Airport are available on a number if airlines to cities across North America, including busy routes to Atlanta, Chicago, Denver and Charlotte.

Location

The airport is located just seven miles (11 km) from downtown Indianapolis.

Getting to the city

The Ground Transportation Center, located on the lower level of the parking garage, offers connections to shuttles, hotel courtesy vehicles, limousines and the IndyGo bus service. The IndyGo Green Line Downtown/Airport Express route offers direct service from the airport to various downtown locations. It runs daily from 5am to 9pm and costs $7 per trip. During rush-hour catch the IndyGo Commuter Express from Fishers and Carmel to downtown Indianapolis ($3 one way). Taxi services are available on the first floor of the parking garage. Numerous limousine operators offer luxury transport into the city.

Time

GMT –5 (GMT –4 from March to November).

Contacts

Tel: +1 317 487 9594.

Car rental

All rental car counters are located at the Ground Transportation Center. Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty offer services.

Airport Taxis

For taxi services walk across the Pedestrian Bridge from the terminal and go to the Ground Transportation Center on the first floor of the parking garage. All taxis are metered although there is a $15 minimum charge for all aiport fares. Tipping is expected.

Facilities

Facilities at the airport include a food court, concourse restaurants, shops and a guest services centre (offering a lost and found, visitor information and business services). There is also a bureau de change and ATMs, a games room, barber shop, shoe shine and petrol station within the airport grounds.

Parking

Parking is available in a multi-level garage, as well as additional long-term and economy lots connected to the terminal by a free shuttle service. Long-term parking rates at Indianapolis International Airport are $9 per day in the economy lot, $12 in the long-term lot, and $18 per day or$2 per half hour in the parking garage.

Departure Tax

None.

Website

www.indianapolisairport.com

Airlines

Flights to Indianapolis International Airport are available via Air Canada, AirTran, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Southwest, United, Chautauqua Airlines and American Eagle.

Internet

Indianapolis International Airport offers free wifi.

Business Lounges

Business services including copies, fax and notarisation are available, as well as interpreters. There are boardrooms available for hire near the Guest Services desk.

Indianapolis Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.